Our history
Stairplan was established in 1977, built on traditional joinery skills and a practical understanding of staircase design.
Over the decades, the business has evolved alongside changes in building methods, materials, and customer expectations, while maintaining a focus on quality and accuracy.
The early years
Stairplan began as a hands-on joinery business, producing staircases using traditional methods and close attention to detail.
From the outset, the focus was on making staircases that fitted properly, complied with regulations, and worked in real homes — not just in theory.
Growth and development
As the business grew, Stairplan invested in improved machinery and processes to increase accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
This allowed the company to:
Take on more complex layouts
Improve repeatability
Reduce installation issues
Respond to changing building standards
Investment decisions were driven by practical needs rather than trends.
Changing staircase design
Staircase design has changed significantly since the 1970s.
Open plan layouts, tighter spaces, and increased regulatory requirements have all influenced how staircases are designed and manufactured.
Stairplan adapted by refining design methods, improving manufacturing accuracy, and focusing on layouts that genuinely work in modern homes.
Experience with complex layouts
Over time, Stairplan developed particular experience in staircases where space is restricted or layouts are complex.
Winder staircases, non-standard openings, and bespoke designs became a core part of the business as building layouts became more constrained.
Stairplan today
Today, Stairplan manufactures staircases in-house, combining modern machinery with decades of accumulated knowledge.
While materials and methods have evolved, the core principles remain the same:
Accuracy
Compliance
Practical design
Build quality
These principles guide every staircase we produce.
Looking ahead
Stairplan continues to invest in processes, equipment, and skills to meet the demands of modern construction.
The focus remains on producing staircases that fit properly, comply with regulations, and perform as expected in real use.
Stairplan through the years
Images below show how Stairplan’s workshop and manufacturing capability have evolved over time.
Next steps
If you’re planning a staircase and would like to understand what’s possible today, explore our guidance pages or view the staircases we manufacture.